Overview
Crestone Peak - Echeverria 2A-2B Battery is an operational oil extraction facility in the Firestone Area, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil-producing region.
Crestone Peak - Echeverria 2A-2B Battery is an operational oil extraction facility located in the Firestone Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region that has seen significant development in recent years. As a battery facility, it serves as a central point for gathering, separating, and storing crude oil and associated products from multiple wells in the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), which govern emissions and water discharges. The facility's NAICS codes (211112, 211120, 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum extraction, natural gas extraction, and natural gas liquid extraction, reflecting a diversified production profile. This battery plays a critical role in the local oil infrastructure by consolidating production from surrounding wells, reducing the need for individual well-site processing. Its location in Weld County places it in one of the most active oil-producing counties in the United States, contributing to regional energy supply and economic activity. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing role in supporting domestic oil production.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Oil extraction activities here are subject to regulations addressing air emissions, water management, and spill prevention. The proximity to the South Platte River watershed necessitates careful management of produced water and potential spills to protect water resources. The facility's battery design helps centralize environmental controls, reducing the footprint compared to dispersed well sites.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Firestone Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
It is an oil extraction battery that gathers, separates, and stores crude oil and natural gas liquids from multiple wells in the area.
The facility is currently operational, actively contributing to oil production in the region.
The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as Colorado state regulations enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil-producing region in the United States, known for its tight oil formations. Facilities like this battery are key to efficient production and transport of crude oil.
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